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Lat Pulldown Machines
Lat pulldown machines for home gyms, PT studios and commercial gyms. Choose a stand-alone plate-loaded machine like the Powerline PLM180X or Body-Solid GLM85B, the Pro ClubLine S2LAT with its own weight stack for busy gyms, or a lat attachment that bolts onto the power rack or Smith machine you already own. Compare them in the guide below. Every one ships free Australia-wide.
How to choose a lat pulldown machine
Two questions decide it: do you already own one of our power racks or Smith machines, and do you want to load plates or pull a pin?
If you already own a power rack or Smith machine
A rack-mounted lat attachment is a complete pulley station (high and low pulley, cable, lat bar and row bar) that bolts onto your power rack or Smith machine. It adds lat pulldowns, seated rows and curls without taking up more floor space. Each one fits one rack only, so pick the one made for yours (see the table below). Looking for a lat bar, V-bar or handle instead? See our cable attachments.
Stand-alone machines for home gyms and studios
The Powerline PLM180X is our value pick: high and low pulleys, a lat bar and a low row bar, and room for up to 113 kg of plates. The Body-Solid GLM85B steps up to a no-cable-change design, so you move from pulldowns to rows without touching the cable. It takes up to 141 kg of plates, and you can add a 95 kg weight stack later.
Weight-stack machines for commercial gyms
The Body-Solid Pro ClubLine S2LAT has its own weight stack (72.5 kg or 106.6 kg, your choice) and two stations on one frame: a lat pulldown and a seated mid-row. It carries a lifetime frame warranty and is built for busy gyms.
Compare our lat pulldown machines
| Machine | Resistance | Max load | Size (L × W × H) | Rated for | Frame warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powerline PLM180X | Plates (1″ posts) | 113 kg | 122 × 109 × 211 cm | Light commercial | 10 years |
| Body-Solid GLM85B | Plates (1″ horn); optional 95 kg stack | 141 kg | 137 × 114 × 208 cm | Light commercial | Lifetime |
| Body-Solid Pro ClubLine S2LAT | Weight stack | 72.5 or 106.6 kg stack | 224 × 86 × 221 cm | Heavy commercial | Lifetime |
Which lat attachment fits my power rack or Smith machine?
| Your rack or Smith machine | Lat attachment | Plates |
|---|---|---|
| Best Fitness BFPR100R Power Rack | BFLA100 | 1″ Standard (Olympic with adapter sleeves) |
| Powerline PPR500X Half Rack | PLA500 | Olympic (2″) |
| Powerline PPR1000X Full Cage | PLA1000 | Olympic (2″) |
| Rugged Y120 Half Rack | Y230 | Olympic (2″) |
| Rugged Y100 Full Rack | Y210 | Olympic (2″) |
| Best Fitness BFSM250B Smith Machine | BFLA250B | Olympic (2″) |
| Powerline PSM200 Smith Machine PRO | PLT200 | Olympic (2″) and/or a PP10 weight stack |
Lat pulldown machine FAQs
What is a lat pulldown machine good for?
It trains your lats, the big muscles that give your back its width, plus your upper back, rear shoulders and biceps. It is also the easiest way to build up to your first pull-up, because you can start with less than your bodyweight.
Should I buy a lat pulldown machine or a lat attachment?
If you already own one of the power racks or Smith machines above, the attachment costs less and uses no extra floor space. If you don't, choose a stand-alone machine: an attachment only fits the rack it was made for.
Plate-loaded or weight stack?
Plate-loaded machines cost less and use plates you may already own, but you change the weight by hand. A weight stack changes with the pull of a pin, which suits gyms where many people share the machine.
Do lat pulldown machines come with weights?
The PLM180X, GLM85B and all the lat attachments are plate-loaded, so plates are sold separately. The S2LAT comes with its own weight stack.
What else can I train on a lat pulldown machine?
Every machine here also has a low pulley or a row station, so you can do seated rows as well as pulldowns. Most also handle biceps curls and triceps press-downs.
Is delivery included?
Yes. Every machine and attachment ships free Australia-wide by freight from our Adelaide warehouse.